Accountant I at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Banking and Finance - Agency 19



Location:

Lincoln, NE



Hiring Rate:

$17.561



Job Posting:

JR2025-00014535 Accountant I (Open)



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Job Description:

The Accountant I position will conduct a variety of duties including; accounting, pre-audit of accounts payables, deposit and exam billing processing, fixed assets inventory, purchasing, oversee record retention, accounts receivables and accounts payables, and assist the Business Manager as assigned. This position requires successful completion of State of Nebraska DAS - State Accounting Pre-Audit Certification Training.


Look at what we have to offer!


• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment


At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!



Job duties

• Performs and processes multiple front-end, transactional accounting processes including entering data onto forms and other accounting/financial documents or databases to ensure proper accounting of funds; coding vouchers for identification; computing amounts to be disbursed/collected and applying established collection, discount and/or refund procedures; sorting and filing correspondence and records to ensure uniform storage and generating standardized reports.


• Extracts, compiles, and analyzes financial data from vouchers, ledgers, journals, computer printouts or files to prepare or facilitate the preparation of standardized or recurring reports and statements and to assist management in analyzing, financial planning, forecasting and decision making.


• Posts data to ledgers, journals, and worksheets to establish and maintain records of financial transactions.


• Reviews data on vouchers, invoices, computer printouts, and other source documents, files or databases to ensure the information is accurate and complete and in compliance with established agency policies and procedures to identify possible adverse and other financial conditions.


• Reviews accounting transactions for completeness and accuracy; reconciles account discrepancies and resolutions to correct discrepancies performing account adjustments and posting to correct business unit and object code as needed.


• Educates agency staff, service providers, clients, customers or other billing entities on the complete billing process or by providing interpretations of existing agency policies and procedures to answer inquiries, clarify matters in question.


• Compiles financial data necessary to develop budget proposals; recommends/suggests budget proposals based on analysis of data compiled; assists management in planning and administering funds; monitors budget and provides ongoing reports to management.


• Collects moneys, writes receipts, codes and posts transactions to proper accounts, and stores moneys in cash drawer for deposit with State Treasurer to ensure proper accounting and safekeeping of funds; works with vendors/customers to resolve invoice and statement discrepancies.


• May train and guide the work of support positions performing clerical accounting transactions.


• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications:




Minimum Qualifications: Post high school coursework or vocational education in accounting, finance, business administration or related field OR experience performing accounting functions including interpreting and analyzing financial data.



Preferred Qualifications: Technology aptitude, attention to detail, ability to follow work guides, ability to manipulate reports in Excel, ability to take ownership of assigned tasks and responsibilities.



Other: No prior infractions with the State of Nebraska. Regular and reliable attendance is required.



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: the principles and practices of accounting theory and double entry accounting concepts and procedures; generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); accounting systems; the methods of filing and maintaining accounting records; word processing and spreadsheet computer software programs; database management.


Skill in: listening to and understanding information received; gathering and compiling data into spreadsheets and databases; using mathematical methods or formulas to compare and analyze data; developing and applying equations and/or formulas; compiling data from multiple sources into a single, comprehensive document or report.


Ability to: learn and apply the principles and concepts of specific agency programs, regulations and procedures of an accounting system; learn and apply GAAP practices and standards; communicate with agency staff and the public to provide and elicit information; classify accounting transactions, maintain, and reconcile accounts; extract data from established accounts and prepare accounting reports and financial statements; review accounting documents for completeness and conformance with specific requirements and to take the appropriate corrective action when necessary; design reports and financial statements; compute and compile financial data involving the use of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and fractions.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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